Program Credentials

Option Name

Hours

Credentials

Nurse Aide

324

Certificate

Practical Nursing

1296

Diploma

NOTE: All applications are handled through the main campus in Shelbyville by contacting the Student Services Department only. Failure to do so may result in your getting the incorrect information and could ultimately prevent you from entering the program (i.e. missed deadlines, etc.) Applications for one TCAT are not transferrable to another. Classes meet Monday through Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 2:15 p.m. until clinicals begin.

You must also submit proof of high school completion or GED at this time and proof of two MMR shots and two varicella shots in accordance with regular TCAT Shelbyville admissions requirements.

Step #2 – Take the two pre-requisite classes.

Failure to complete both successfully will result in you NOT starting the program.

Anatomy & Physiology (A & P) is required of all students entering the program. This must be completed prior to entering the program. If you have already taken A & P, your credits may transfer. We will accept an official transcript (only) from any Tennessee college or university that is SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) or COE (Commission on Occupational Education) accredited. It must indicate that a grade of B or above was achieved and that A & P 1 and 2 were completed no earlier than Spring of 2011. Students will be allowed to test out by successfully completing the HESI A & P test for the course. Applicants will only be allowed to take the “test out” exam one time. Cost will be $50 and a minimum score of 750 is required. Appointments must be made at least three weeks in advance. Applicants who take the test and do not pass will be required to take the class before continuing the application process. The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Shelbyville will be offering Anatomy and Physiology as a night program in January, May and September. Check with Student Services for the current schedule.

Math for Meds is required of all students entering the program. This must be completed prior to entering the program. The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Shelbyville will be offering Math for Meds as a night program. Classes will meet one night per week for 3 hours for 13 weeks. Students will be allowed to test out by successfully completing the 100 question final for the course. Applicants will only be allowed to take the “test out” exam one time. Cost will be $50 and a minimum score of 80% is required. Applicants who take the test and do not pass will be required to take the class before continuing the application process.

PLEASE NOTE: Completion of all pre-requisites does not guarantee entrance!

Step #3 - Acceptance Standards

This part of the process is currently under review. If you have completed Step #1, the information will be sent to you as soon as it becomes available.

Step #4 - Notification of Status

You will be notified by mail regarding your status in the class.

Campus Locations

Main Campus
1405 Madison St.
Shelbyville, TN 37160

Job Duties

Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.

Job Outlook

Bright Outlook: Yes

Currently employed in the area: 23,900

Current job openings per year: 2,250

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Instructors

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